World Cup 2026: Mohamed Ouahbi to name Morocco’s final squad on May 26

The Royal Moroccan Football Federation has confirmed that Morocco head coach Mohamed Ouahbi will officially announce the Atlas Lions’ final squad for the 2026 FIFA World Cup during a press conference scheduled for Tuesday, May 26.

Press Conference Scheduled in Salé

The highly anticipated event will be held at the Mohammed VI Football Complex in Salé and is expected to begin at 7:00 p.m. local time (GMT+1), as excitement continues to build ahead of the global tournament.

Final Decisions After Preliminary Camp

Ouahbi previously named a provisional 28-man squad last Thursday, with the selected players entering a preparation camp as part of Morocco’s build-up to the World Cup.

Tuesday’s announcement will determine which players make the final cut for the tournament, bringing weeks of speculation and debate to an end.

Fans Await Possible Surprises

The upcoming squad reveal is expected to attract major attention from supporters and football analysts, with many eager to see whether there will be any surprise inclusions or notable omissions in the final selection.

Attention will also focus on how Ouahbi balances experienced stars with emerging talents as he shapes the squad for football’s biggest stage.

High Expectations for the Atlas Lions

Morocco national football team head into the 2026 FIFA World Cup carrying enormous expectations following their recent achievements on both the African and international stage.

Ouahbi’s final choices are likely to offer a strong indication of the tactical direction Morocco plans to take into the tournament, which will be hosted across the United States, Canada, and Mexico.